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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampere to Oulu
Cheapest price
28S$
Average price
46S$
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
14
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampere to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampere to Oulu will cost around 46S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 28S$.
Of the 14 trains that leave Tampere for Oulu every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
PYO-2732:37 AM5h31Tampereen Rautatieasema8:08 AMOulu station28 S$1One-way0 changes- IC-274:02 PM4h10Tampereen Rautatieasema8:12 PMOulu station41 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-468 · IC-273:35 PM4h37Tesoma railway station8:12 PMOulu station41 S$1One-way1 change
- IC-218:02 AM4h08Tampereen Rautatieasema12:10 PMOulu station46 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-466 · IC-238:45 AM5h37Tesoma railway station2:22 PMOulu station49 S$1One-way1 change
- SP-3312:02 PM3h43Tampereen Rautatieasema3:45 PMOulu station49 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-252:02 PM3h46Tampereen Rautatieasema5:48 PMOulu station49 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-218:02 AM4h08Tampereen Rautatieasema12:10 PMOulu station46 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-274:02 PM4h10Tampereen Rautatieasema8:12 PMOulu station41 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-516:02 PM4h13Tampereen Rautatieasema10:15 PMOulu station51 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Tampere to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampere to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 31S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 31S$, and a train costs an average of 14S$.
Distance: 400 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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42S$ Average Price | 42S$ Average Price Cheapest |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tampere to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Tampere to Oulu trains for today, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-462 · IC-21 | 7:35 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h35 | 12:10 PM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| IC-21 | 8:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h08 | 12:10 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-466 · IC-23 | 8:45 AM Tesoma railway station | 5h37 | 2:22 PM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| IC-23 | 10:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h20 | 2:22 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-464 · SP-33 | 11:26 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h19 | 3:45 PM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| SP-33 | 12:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h43 | 3:45 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-25 | 2:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h46 | 5:48 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-37 | 3:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h39 | 7:41 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-468 · IC-27 | 3:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h37 | 8:12 PM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| IC-27 | 4:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h10 | 8:12 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-470 · IC-51 | 5:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h40 | 10:15 PM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| IC-51 | 6:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h13 | 10:15 PM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-472 · IC-29 | 7:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h41 | 12:16 AM Oulu station | 1 change | |
| IC-29 | 8:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h14 | 12:16 AM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-265 | 11:09 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h35 | 4:44 AM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-269 | 11:59 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h43 | 5:42 AM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 20 June | |||||
| PYO-273 | 2:37 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h31 | 8:08 AM Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tampere to Oulu
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Trains from Tampere to Oulu run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 14S$ if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 400 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 400 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price 14S$ |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Tampere to Oulu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampere to Oulu by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tampere and Oulu
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Rautatienkatu 27
- Restaurant C
- Ravintola Tampella
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Scandic Tampere City
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere
- Lapland Hotels Tampere
- Omena Hotel Tampere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Helsinki, Turku, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rautatienkatu
- Ravintola Uleåborg 1881
- Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu
- Scandic Oulu City
- Lapland Hotels Oulu
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and regional destinations.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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